For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,754 students in 29620, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 136 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 29620, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29620, SC are Abbeville High School, Diamond Hill Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29620 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29620, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29620, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abbeville High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
701 Washington Street
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-5916
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-5916
Gr: 9-12 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Diamond Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
104 Lake Secession Road
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 446-2600
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 446-2600
Gr: PK-7 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
124 Highway 28 Bypass
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-9604
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-9604
Gr: 3-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Wright Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
111 Highway 71
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-5998
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-5998
Gr: 6-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Abbeville City Career Center
Vocational School
100 Old Calhoun Falls Highway
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-9069
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-9069
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
815 East Greenwood Street
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-5924
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 366-5924
Gr: PK-2 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29620, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29620, SC include Abbeville High School, Diamond Hill Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29620?
6 public schools are located in 29620.
What percentage of students in 29620 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 29620 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29620?
29620 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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